Audiovox LCM0681TV User Manual

LCM0681TV

Owner’s Manual

Audiovox Specialized Applications, LLC

23319 Cooper Dr.

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Elkhart, IN 46514

1-800-688-3135

www.asaelectronics.com

Important Notice

It is unlawful in most jurisdictions for a person to drive a motor vehicle which is equipped with a
television viewer or screen that is located in the motor vehicle at any point forward of the back of the
driver’s seat, or that is visible, directly or indirectly, to the driver while operating the vehicle. In the
interest of safety, the LCM0681TV should never be installed where it will be visible, directly or indirectly,
by the operator of the motor vehicle.

Please note that the state of Rhode Island forbids the installation of such a device in a motor vehicle.

Television Reception

This entertainment system is designed primarily for viewing pre-recorded movies or playing video
games. Television reception in a moving vehicle will be limited and in some areas will not be possible
due to weak and variable signal strength. Television viewing in a stationary vehicle will result in an
improvement, but may still be marginal due to strength. The quality of the picture will not be consistent
with home TV reception. Reception may be affected by the weather and distance from the TV station. A
weak signal may cause the picture to roll, be snowy, or cause some color loss.

Congratulations on your purchase of the Flexvision LCM0681TV drop down TV/Video monitor. The
LCM0681TV has been designed to give you and your family many years of video entertainment in the
mobile environment. Please read the directions that follow to familiarize yourself with the product and to

ensure that you obtain the best results from your equipment. Please note: Installation options vary, see

the individual owner’s manuals for each component in your system to obtain a full understanding of
each component’s operation.

Safety Precaution

For safety reasons, when changing video tapes it is recommended that the vehicle is not in motion, and
that you do not allow children to unfasten seat belts to change tapes or make adjustments to the system.
System adjustments can be accomplished using the remote control unit, while seat belts remain
fastened. Enjoy your Flexvision entertainment system but remember- safety of all passengers remains
the number one priority.

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FEATURES

• 6.8” TFT (Thin Film Transfer) Active Matrix LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Monitor

• OSD (On Screen Display) for control of Picture Quality and Functions

• Full Function Remote Control

• Television Tuner

• Plug in RF Transmitter for wireless RF Headphones

• Remote Sensor eye

• Four Audio / Video Sources

• Headphone / Speaker Amplifier

• Two Headphone Jacks for Wired Headphones

• Built-In Dome lights

• Back-lit Controls for Low Light Operation

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FRONT PANEL FEATURE

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FRONT PANEL FEATURES – See Figure 1

1. Power Button- (Bright red when system is ON, dim when system is OFF)

2. Channel Up/Down- Changes the TV channel

3. Volume Up/Down- Controls volume to headphone jacks and external speakers if connected.

4. Auto Pro Switch- Auto Program used to program local channels into TV memory. Press when
vehicle is in a new location.

5. Source Select- Used to select one of the three A/V sources. The fourth source is plugged into the

RCA jacks on the rear of the unit. V2 must be selected once something is plugged into the external

jacks it over rides the previous source on V2.

6. Sensor Eye- Allows the remote control to operate the LCM0681TV’s OSD system (On Screen

Display), volume to wired headphone jacks (and optional external speakers), and for control of Video

Cassette Player and other accessories.

7. Three Position Dome Light-

• Auto- Will automatically switch on the dome lights in conjunction with the vehicle’s interior
illumination. For the automatic position, shift the switch to the right.

• OFF- The dome lights will be off in the middle position.

• ON- The switch must be in the left position for the dome lights to turn on.

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

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BATTERY INSTALLATION

Before attempting to operate your Remote Control,
install the batteries as described below.

1) Turn the remote control face down. Press down
on the ridged area of the battery cover, and slide
it off.

2) Install two “AAA” batteries as shown. Make sure
that proper polarity (+ or -) is observed.

3) Slide the cover back until it clicks into position.

The remote control will operate the LCM0681TV,
Flexvision Televisions and Video Cassette Players.
It is not a universal remote control and will not
control equipment from other manufacturers.

If a universal remote control is used with the
LCM0681TV, choose the remote control encoding
scheme for Action Televisions when programming
the remote.

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Remote Controlled TV Functions

1. POWER ON/OFF

Press this button to turn the LCM0681TV on. The channel number or current video source will be
displayed on screen, and the picture will appear in a few seconds. Press the button again to turn the
LCM0681TV off.

2. DIRECT ACCESS (0-9) BUTTONS

Use these buttons to make a direct channel selection. The channel number chosen will be displayed
on the screen for about 4 seconds. The direct access is carried out with 0-9 keys (0-99CH). The
“1__” key will not function as it is only used for cable channels above 99.

3. CHANNEL UP/DOWN BUTTONS

Use these buttons to advance to the next higher or lower channel. See also: SKIP/SEARCH
BUTTON.

4. VOLUME UP/DOWN BUTTONS

Use these buttons to raise or lower the volume level of the headphone jacks or external speaker if
installed. They are also used to make adjustments
In picture select mode.

Note: These buttons will not affect the volume of wireless headphones or a wired RF modulator.

When using these devices the volume must be adjusted with the headphone volume control or with
your radio’s volume control. (See page 11,

Headphones, or page 12, Wired FM Modulator).

5. PICTURE SELECT BUTTON

Each time this button is pressed, the screen picture adjustment display cycles through “adjustment
bars” for CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, and TINT. Once the desired adjustment bar is
displayed, use the VOLUME UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the setting. The display will automatically
turn off if no adjustments are made within 6seconds, or if any other button is depressed.

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6. MUTE BUTTON

Press this button to shut off the sound at the headphone stations. The screen will display the
volume adjustment bar for 6 seconds, indicating that the sound has been turned off. Pressing the
button again restores sound to the previously set level. The mute feature may also be released by
pressing the VOLUME UP/DOWN buttons.

7. TV / VIDEO BUTTON

Any video equipment connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO inputs can be used with the TV by
pressing this button. Each time the button is pressed, the Audio/Video source will change in the
following sequence VIDEO1, VIDEO2, and TV.

8. AUTO MEMORY BUTTON

When the AUTO MEMORY BUTTON is depressed, all channels in TV mode are searched and
tuned; all channels with video signals detected are automatically stored. Please refer to page 2 for
more information on TV reception.

9. SKIP/SEARCH BUTTON

This button selects between SKIP and SEARCH mode. In “SKIP mode” the TV only stops on
channels that are programmed into memory when the CHANNEL UP/DOWN buttons are used.
When the SKIP is turned off, the TV will only stop on all active channels.

10. ERASE/WRITE BUTTON

When tuned to a channel press this button to store or erase the channel from memory. The stored
channel numbers are displayed in “GREEN” on the screen, and the non-stored channels are in
“RED”. When skip mode is on, the LCM0681TV will tune to only the stored channels when using the
CHANNEL UP/DOWN buttons.

REMOTE CONTROLLED VCP FUNCTIONS

These features can only be used with an Audiovox Video Cassette Player, if this option was installed
with your video package.

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11. POWER BUTTON

This button is used to turn the VCP on and off.

12. “REW” REWIND BUTTON

If this button is pushed while the tape is stopped, the tape will rewind. If this button is pushed while
the tape is playing, the VCP will go into rewind search mode. For more information consult the
Audiovox VCP owner’s manual.

13. PLAY BUTTON

Press this button to activate play mode while a tape is loaded into the VCP. This button may also be
used to disengage search and pause modes. For more information, consult the VCP owner’s manual.

14. “FFWD” FAST FORWARD BUTTON

If this button is pushed while the tape is stopped, tape will fast forward. If this button is pressed
while the tape is playing, the VCP will go into fast forward search mode. For more information on the
search feature of the VCP, consult the VCP owner’s manual.

15. REPLAY BUTTON

Pressing this button will rewind the tape and immediately begin playback when the tape is fully
rewound.

16. STOP BUTTON

Press this button to stop the tape.

CHANNEL TUNING SETUP

In order to easily access all available channels, it may be necessary to perform channel auto­programming whenever the vehicle’s geographic location has changed, i.e. city to city, weak signal area.

1. Press the AUTO MEMORY button on the remote control unit or the AUTO PROGRAM button on the
flip down video unit. You will see the TV cycle through all it’s channels. The built-in microprocessor
will automatically note each channel that is actively broadcasting in your area.

2. (A) To tune only strong clear channels with the CHANNEL UP/DOWN buttons, press the
SKIP/SEARCH button on the Remote Control Unit until “SKIP MODE ON” is displayed on the bottom

of the screen. The TV will now tune only to strong active channels when the UP or DOWN buttons
are used on the monitor or the remote control.

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(B) To tune to weak or marginal channels with the CHANNEL UP/DOWN buttons, press the
SKIP/SEARCH button on the Remote Control Unit until “SKIP MODE OFF” is displayed on the
bottom of the screen. Tune to the desired channel using the CHANNEL UP/DOWN buttons or go
directly to the channel by using the 0-9 buttons on the Remote Control.

3. To ERASE a channel, press the ERASE/WRITE button on the Remote Control Unit until “MANUAL

MEMORY XX ERASE” is displayed on screen. To STORE a channel, press the button until the
MANUAL MEMORY XX ADD is displayed on screen.

Note: Please refer to page 2 for more information on TV reception.

TURNING THE LCM0681TV ON OR OFF

1. Sliding the screen release lock forward will unlock the LCD screen and it will drop down slightly.
(Pivot the screen downward until a comfortable viewing angle is reached). After the unit has been
turned on and displaying a picture, adjustment to the viewing angle can be made by pivoting the
screen to optimize the picture quality. The internal friction detent will hold the screen in position while
the system is in use.

2. Pressing the power button on the pod or remote will alternately turn the system on or off. When in
use the internal back lighting will illuminate the controls.

3. Remember to turn the unit off and pivot the LCD to the locked position when not in use.

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OPERATION
Overhead Dome Lights

The lights integrated into the LCM0681TV are controlled by a three position slide switch. Sliding the
switch to the on position will turn the lights on. The off position will prevent the lights from turning on at
all times, and the auto position will allow the lights to turn on and off with the vehicle’s interior lighting.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the dome light switch in the on position, as this could result in a
discharged battery.
The switch is shown in the center position.

Light Switch

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Screen Release

Remote Sensor

The LCM0681TV incorporates an infrared sensor, which relays the signals from the remote control to
allow the LCM0681TV and VCP to be controlled simply by pointing it’s remote control at the remote
sensor. This provides control of auxiliary equipment such as an Audiovox Video Cassette Player. The
infrared sensor can relay signals from any manufacturer’s remote control to it’s respective component
connected to the Video 1 and 2 inputs, such as a DVD player. In this case you must use the remote
control supplied with the DVD player.

External Auxiliary A/V Stereo Inputs (Aux Video 2)

These inputs are provided to facilitate the temporary connection of optional audio/video equipment, such
as a camcorder or video game system. To play a source with these inputs, an RCA patch cord is
required to connect the audio / video signals to their respective jacks. Mono audio sources will require
the use of an RCA Y-cable (P/N 0892165) to connect to both right and left inputs, if patch cords are
installed into the AUX inputs, the AUX INPUT 2 will be temporarily bypassed. Once the connections
have been made, turn the LCM0681TV on and press the source button on the LCM0681TV or the TV /
Video button on the remote control until “Video 2” is displayed on the screen. The unit will now play the
audio and video signals from the accessory connected. The remote control will not operate the
accessory components.

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LCM0681TV Jack Panel

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Wired Headphones

There are two 1/8” headphone jacks on the LCM0681TV that can be used with any standard stereo
headphones. These jacks are controlled by the volume up/down buttons on the LCM0681TV or the
remote control.

Wireless Headphones

The LCM0681TV includes a built in RF transmitter (P/N WTXR02) for use with optional Flexvision
wireless headphones (P/N WHPRF01). Tuning the headphone switch on, and wearing them activates
the internal micro switch, (which includes a tuning knob to tune into the preset frequency on the RF
transmitter), which will activate the internal RF receiver and the volume can be adjusted separately with
the controls on the headset. See the documentation accompanying your Flexvision wireless
headphones.

Wired FM Modulator (P/N 0190730)

Your video system may be equipped with an RF modulator, that allows you to listen to the LCM0681TV’s
audio signal by tuning your vehicle’s radio to the selected frequency, (88.7 or 89.1- check with your
installer) and tuning on the remote mounted RF modulator switch. (In most cases this toggle switch will
be located underneath the driver’s side of the dash, check with your installer for the exact location.)

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Whenever the RF modulator is on, broadcast radio reception will be poor. Turning the remote mounted
toggle switch off will allow for normal radio reception.

Video Output

The LCM0681TV provides a video output for an optional video monitor(s). This output will provide a
video signal that duplicates the signal displayed by the LCM0681TV to an additional monitor or video
display. Please see your installer for more information.

Audiovox Video Cassette Player (Aux Video 1)

In most installations a VCP will be connected to the “Video 1” input. To view a video cassette, turn the
AVP7000/ AVP7285 on and press the source button on its control panel or the TV/Video button on the
remote control unit until “Video 1” is displayed on the screen. The VCP may also be operated with the
remote or the buttons on its face. Inserting a tape into the VCP will turn it on and automatically activate
the play mode. If a rewound tape had been loaded into the VCP, prior to its activation press play on the
VCP or the remote control to view the tape. For more information see the owner’s manual
accompanying your VCP.

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TYPICAL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

Headphone

Yellow (Video In)

White (Audio In Left)

Red (Audio In Right)

Headphone

White (Audio Out L)

Red (Audio Out R)

Yellow (Video Out)

Antenna

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To RF Transmitter

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Accessory
Harness

2-PIN IR
Connector

4-PIN
Power
Connector

To RF Transmitter

Speaker or
Headphone
Connection

Yellow RCA (Video)

White RCA (Audio)

Red RCA (Audio)

PIN 1- Power / Red
PIN 2- Power GND / Black

PIN 3- Gray / Auto
PIN 4- Black / Common
PIN 5- Red / On

PIN 6- Audio (L) Out / Gray
PIN 7- Audio GND / Black
PIN8- Audio (R) Out / Green

Negative Switching / GM Type
Gray- Entry Switch / Negative
Black / Constant +12VDC / Dome Circuit
Red- Chassis Ground
OR
Positive Switching / Ford Type
Gray- Entry Switch / Positive
Black- Chassis Ground
Red- Constant +12VDC / Dome Circuit

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Televisions

AVT-988 9” Color Television with Remote (12V) AVT988
AVT-1498 13” Color Television with Remote (12V) AVT1498

VCP and DVD Players for use with TV’s and LCD

AVP-7000 Video Cassette Player (12V) AVP7000
AVP-7285 Video Cassette Player (12V) AVP7285
Single Disc DVD Player DVD2101

Headphones

Wireless Headphones WHRF01
Headphones with Pivoting Earcup HP175
Headphones with volume Control on Cord HP275
Studio Quality Headphones HP375

Miscellaneous

Remote Controls Please Call
Wallmount Family Radio Service with 4 Handsets FRS4WM
Replacement Handset FRS100Y
12V Corded Vacuum VAC21
Rechargeable Flashlight AVF1
Window Mount TV Antenna AN350
2-Amp Adapter for use with AVP7000 VCP 0891436
4-Amp Adapter for use with AVT988 9” and AVT1498 13” TV’s 0891412

Wallmount Radios

AM/FM Wallmount Manual Tune w/Cassette Player AWM710
AM/FM Wallmount Electronic Tune w/Cassette Player AWM820
AM/FM Wallmount Stereo w/CD Player AWM930

Marine

AM/FM Stereo w/CD Player MS1000
AM/FM Weatherband Stereo w/Cassette Player MS407
AM/FM Stereo w/Cassette Player (analog tune) MS306

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AM/FM Stereo w/Cassette Player (analog tune) MS220
Weatherproof Housing MRH211
50 Watt 6 ½” Speakers (white/black) AMS6
30 Watt 5” Speakers (white/black) AMS5
30 Watt 4” Speakers AMS4
Marine Radio Antenna AN125

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM SOLUTION

Poor TV Reception

Poor radio reception (FM
modulator installed)

IR sensor inoperative

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• Perform auto programming of
the tuner

• Verify antenna condition.

• NOTE: Due to the nature of TV

signals, vehicle motion,
direction the vehicle is facing,
distance from the transmitter,
nearby surroundings and
weather may adversely affect
TV reception. These
conditions may result in the
following: picture roll, “snowy”
picture, or momentary loss of
color. Please refer to page 2
for more information on TV
reception.

• Check the condition of the
vehicle’s radio antenna.

• Verify that the antenna is fully
raised

• If a wired RF modulator has
been installed, verify that it’s
switch is turned to the off
position

• Verify that the batteries in the
remote are fresh

• Verify that the remote eye is
not obstructed.

• Verify that the infrared
transmitter is affixed over the
sensor eye of the component
to be controlled

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Specifications

LCD Back lighting Edge Light Tube

Resolution 960 x 234

Pixels 224, 640

Operation Temperature 0 - 40º C

Storage Temperature -20 - 80º C

Expected Back-light Life 10,000 Hours

Video Display System NTSC

Audio Output 0.6W @ 16Ω

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PPLICATIONS, L.L.C.UDIOVOX PECIALIZED

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23319 Cooper Dr.

Elkhart, IN 46514

800-688-3135

www.asaelectronics.com

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